English · Body & Health
hearing aid
/ˈhɪə.rɪŋ ˌeɪd/
[/ˈhɪə.rɪŋ ˌeɪd/]
device to improve hearing
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A small electronic device worn in or behind the ear that makes sounds louder for a person with hearing loss.
Example
With his new hearing aid, my grandfather can finally follow conversations at family dinners.
With his new hearing aid, my grandfather can finally follow conversations at family dinners.
Etymology
A compound of 'hearing' (from Old English 'hieran', to hear) and 'aid' (from Latin 'adiutare', to help).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in audiology and everyday discussion of hearing support.